Port and Paprika Chicken Bites

This tipsy tapas of Portuguese descent is intended as just a single bite, though we found it impossible to stop at just one.

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• 20 M
• 30 M
• 11

Peppery Chicken Wings

The intensity of the classic buffalo wing is tempered here, usurped by a deliciously, defiantly untraditional blend of beguiling spices.

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• 15 M
• 2 H, 15 M
• 8

Potato Ruffles

These shatteringly crisp, undeniably sophisticated potato ruffles–chips, if you will–have no ridges. Nor do they need them. They’re intoxicatingly, satiatingly lovely just as they are.

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• 40 M
• 40 M
• 9

Stilton and Walnut Crackers

Perhaps the simplest precursor to a dinner party ever. Just make the savory shortbread dough, freeze it, slice it, and bake it at the very last second. You’re welcome.

A Trio of Deviled Eggs

Lovely is all we can think to say of this bevy of deviled eggs: classic, smoked salmon, and lightly truffled. Our favorite? Nope, we’re not going there.

Herbed Ricotta Dip with Vegetables

True story: This luscious little number inspired one toddler to dip and dunk his way through an entire bag of baby carrots. An entire bag. Behold, the power of the dipper!

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• 20 M
• 20 M
• 6

Asparagus Tart

A simple, sophisticated tart with an eggy cheese filling, a shatteringly crisp phyllo crust, and those much-coveted spring spears.

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• 20 M
• 1 H
• 2

Goat Cheese with Honey

This little ditty is simplicity itself. Drizzle fresh, creamy goat cheese with a little honey and behold the loveliness of sweet, sweet synergy.

Arlington Chicken Liver Pâté

Larded with bacon, freckled with hints of fresh parsley and cilantro, and left pleasingly, old-fashionedly chunky, this country-style pâté redefines refined.

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• 20 M
• 40 M
• 3

Seared Foie Gras with a Chardonnay-Grapefruit Reduction

A little late-harvest Chardonnay lends balance and elegance to this already luxe foie gras number. Best reserved for when you truly, madly, deeply love your guests.

Svelte Green Goddess Dip

This evocatively named dip isn’t the same as the one of yore. It’s got the same sumptuous taste, the same creamy texture, the same luminous color, just not the same calorie count.

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• 15 M
• 15 M
• 15

Bacon-Cheddar Biscuits

These biscuits are the perfect nibble for a cocktail party or afternoon tea. Light and crispy, they have a lovely depth of flavor.

Bruschetta with Tomato

Bruschetta rubbed with garlic and loaded with tomato are de rigeur summer fare. Pile heirloom tomatoes on the toast for a twist on the classic.

Fava Bean Puree

Few things say spring like the brilliant green of a fava bean. Here, a little help on how to harness these harbingers of warm weather.

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• 30 M
• 45 M
• 5

Octopus with Paprika

Octopus with paprika, AKA pulpo a la Gallega, is pretty much ubiquitous at bars and restaurants in Spain. There’s a reason for that. See for yourself.

Migas

Migas is at its heart leftover bread mixed with pork—chorizo and pork belly—garlic, paprika, and drippings. A Spanish staple, they’re a perfect quick bite.

Salami and Cheese Tapa | Tapa de Salami y Queso

Simple, simple, simple. Salami and Manchego, one of Spain’s finest cheeses, sit on top of chewy, crusty country bread. It takes just minutes to make.

Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Wings

What’s better than chicken wings wrapped in bacon? Maybe the whole shebang slid on the grill and sprinkled with pepper. Bacon and chicken fans rejoice.

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• 30 M
• 1 H, 30 M
• 1

Roasted Radishes

Roasting these radishes gives them the flavor of sweet, young turnips. Spring radishes are best for this savory-sweet treat that ushers in outdoor dining.

Radishes with Butter Dressing

These radishes with butter dressing best the old standby of a crock of butter and a pinch of salt. Drizzle it on for an unexpected party treat or snack.